Girls' Literacy in Rural India: Comparative Study of Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh

Book Details

• Publisher: Rawat Publications

• Author: Yatindra Singh Sisodia

• Language: English

• ISBN: 8170337674

• Pages: 230

• Cover: Hardcover

• Sale Territory: India

About the Book
Education as the Catalyst for Human Resource Development highlights the importance of education in driving human resource development, which encompasses better health, nutrition, and improved socio-economic opportunities. It stresses the need for universal elementary education, especially for girls, and investigates the discrepancies in achieving this goal across different states in India. The book specifically examines the impact of various educational schemes and the state of girls' literacy in Maharashtra (recognized as "educationally forward") and Madhya Pradesh (recognized as "educationally backward")—two states that are of significant interest to policy planners.

India has made considerable progress in expanding educational facilities over the last five decades. However, challenges still persist in ensuring free and compulsory education for all children, especially when it comes to female literacy. The study aims to offer insights into the implementation and outcomes of educational initiatives, contributing to policy discussions on improving education, particularly for girls.

This book is intended for policy planners, academics, and anyone interested in the field of elementary education and gender equity in education.

Contents

• Introduction to education as a catalyst for development

• The importance of elementary education for children

• Gender disparities in literacy, particularly for girls

• The educational situation in Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh

• Impact of educational schemes on literacy rates

About the Author / Editor
Yatindra Singh Sisodia is a Senior Fellow at the Madhya Pradesh Institute of Social Science Research in Ujjain. His research focuses on decentralized governance, tribal issues, and developmental challenges. He has authored several books and research papers published in reputable journals, and has completed research projects for various governmental organizations, including the Planning Commission, ISRO, and ICSSR.